SUWANEE, Ga. and LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Aug.
4, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Windstream (NASDAQ:WIN),
a leading provider of advanced network communications and
technology solutions, is deploying NVG343 residential gateways and
VIP Series IP set-tops from ARRIS Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ARRS) to
power its next-generation Kinetic television service.
Kinetic, which launched April 15,
is available to more than 50,000 homes in Lincoln, Nebraska, and offers a new way of
watching television that leverages the company's 100% fiber-backed
network. The ARRIS NVG343 gateway and set-tops deliver ultra-fast
wireless connections that support HD video streaming and whole-home
DVR -- for high-quality digital TV anywhere in the house.
"With Kinetic, customers receive fast, high-quality, interactive
television with modern features that people expect from their
service provider," said Bryan
Brooks, Vice President, Business Development, Video at
Windstream. "ARRIS has been a great partner in helping Windstream
deliver the whole-home interactive experience that makes Kinetic a
superior alternative to satellite and cable."
"ARRIS continues to raise the bar in whole home wireless IP
video delivery," said Keith Kelley,
Senior Vice President and General Manager, Global Telco CPE, ARRIS.
"Our gateway and set-top solutions use the latest Wi-Fi technology
to deliver high-quality digital TV, while simplifying installation
and making the services easier for consumers to use. We're thrilled
to work with Windstream to introduce next-generation digital TV to
its subscribers."
About Windstream
Windstream, a FORTUNE 500 company, is a leading provider of
advanced network communications and technology solutions, including
cloud computing and managed services, to businesses nationwide. The
company also offers broadband, phone and digital TV services to
consumers primarily in rural areas. For more information, visit
www.windstream.com.
About ARRIS
ARRIS is a global innovator in IP, video and broadband
technology. We have continually worked with our customers to
transform the experience of entertainment and communications for
millions of people around the world. The people of ARRIS are
dedicated to the success of our customers, bringing a passion for
invention that has fueled our history: We created digital TV,
delivered the first wireless broadband gateway and are pioneering
the standards and pathways for tomorrow's personalized, Ultra HD,
multiscreen, and cloud services. We are dedicated to meeting
today's challenges and preparing for the tasks the future holds.
Collaborating with our customers, ARRIS will continue to solve the
most pressing challenges of 21st century communications. Together,
we are inventing the future. For more
information: www.arris.com.
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ARRIS and the ARRIS Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks
of ARRIS Enterprises, Inc. All other trademarks are the
property of their respective owners. © ARRIS Enterprises, Inc.
2015. All rights reserved.
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